Location: Based in Freetown with frequent visits to District operational sites

Duration: Full time

Starting date: December 2018

ABOUT US

Doctors with Africa-CUAMM is the first NGO in the healthcare area officially recognised in Italy. Founded in 1950 with the aim of training doctors to work in developing countries, CUAMM is working in Sierra Leone since 2011, implementing healthcare projects in partnership with local governments and institutions.

Our Mission

Our mission is to advocate the universal right to health and promote the values of international solidarity, justice and peace. We work to protect and improve the wellbeing and health of vulnerable communities in Africa with a long-term development perspective.

JOB DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBILITIES

Guarantee technical assistance and supervision in logistics/technical field to ongoing activities in Sierra Leone.

Supervised renovation and ordinary/extraordinary maintenance works in health facilities involved in projects.

ASSIGNMENT ACTIVITIES

Performs troubleshooting and maintenance in HVAC, electrical, electronics, mechanics (vehicles and generators) and plumbing; assists in obtaining quotes and arranging for services of outside vendors.

Obtain estimates for supplies, repair parts; orders parts as needed.

Monitor and coordinate the ordinary and extraordinary maintenance and renovation works in all projects locations.

Coordinate and supervise maintenance personnel.

Supervise the possible installation of new biomedical equipment and guide the health personnel for their correct use.

Elaborate technical reports and share them with the project managers.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Relevant experience in hospital and facilities settings.

Excellent organisational and managerial skills.

Good working knowledge of electrics, mechanics, hydraulics and electronics.

Good working knowledge of the Office software package.

The ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.

Basic knowledge of facility maintenance.

Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively with all people, including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds. Willingness to contribute to cultural diversity for educational enrichment.

Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.